Central CT Chambers of Commerce News Newswirehttp://www.centralctchambers.orgNews related to Central CT Chambers of Commerce(c) 2019, Central CT Chambers of Commerce All Rights Reserved.5Carey Manufacturing featured in SelectUSA Case Study(Cromwell, CT). Carey Manufacturing, a Cromwell, CT based manufacturer of catches, latches, handles and electronic hardware for military, aerospace, computer, electronics, telecom, automotive and consumer applications, is pleased to announce they have been selected to participation in the SelectUSA Reshore, Retain and Reinvest Case Studies and Report. The Report is a series of case studies of companies that have successfully reshored manufacturing in the USA will be released during the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, DC from June 10-12, 2019. Carey Manufacturing is one of four (4) companies chosen by SelectUSA to participate in this case study. In addition, Paul S. Lavoie, General Manager, will be featured in a panel discussion titled “ReSelect: Reshore, Retain and Reinvest.” The panel discussion will focus on highlighting best practices and lesson learned from companies that have reshored operations in the United States. The panelists will provide insights into how to best reinvest and expand in the United States.
In 2016, Carey Manufacturing began moving its manufacturing operations from China to Cromwell, CT. Carey has invested over $5.0 million in equipment, people and resources to reshore the manufacturing of its product lines. “We’ve created 10 new jobs and added millions of dollars to the local supply chain through the purchase of raw material and other services”, stated Paul S. Lavoie, General Manager. “We are committed to manufacturing in the USA and continue to move the manufacturing and create jobs and invest money in the supply chain in Connecticut. In addition, we’ve acquired new customers who are interested in quality USA made products from Carey and Amatom. We are pleased to participate in the SelectUSA project and look forward to our sharing our experiences in the SelectUSA Investment Summit.”
About Carey Manufacturing
Carey Manufacturing was founded in 1981 by John “Jack” Carey. We operate out of our 30,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Cromwell, CT. In 1993, Carey expanded our product line by purchasing the Winchester/USECO handle and knobs line. In 2003, Carey purchased Amatom Electronic Hardware. Our customers depend on us to offer high quality products, competitive prices, reasonable lead times and dependable customer service. Please contact us at 866.813.0220 or plavoie@careymfg.com.
Carey has been in the news for our business strategy and workforce development efforts.
http://www.hartfordbusiness.com/article/20170306/PRINTEDITION/303029967/why-one-ct-producer-is-investing-time-millions-to-reshore
https://www.thefabricator.com/article/shopmanagement/a-metal-fabrication-shop-culture-of-opportunity
http://money.cnn.com/2017/05/25/smallbusiness/carey-manufacturing-women-workers/index.html
https://atecentral.net/ate20/33351/striving-to-do-her-best-for-her-daughter-young-woman-steers-others-to-manufacturing-careers
http://www.cthousegop.com/carpino/carey-manufacturing-welcomes-cromwell-leaders/
https://www.trumpf.com/filestorage/TRUMPF_US/Corporate/Corporate_Brochures_and_publications/TRUMPF-Express-North-America-01-2017.pdf (See page 22 for article)
https://www.cbia.com/news/workforce-development/wanted-skilled-manufacturing-workers/
About SelectUSA
SelectUSA is a U.S. government-wide program led by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Since its inception, SelectUSA has facilitated nearly US$50 billion in investment, creating and/or retaining tens of thousands of U.S. jobs. In 2018 alone, SelectUSA facilitated $20.8 billion
Our mission is to facilitate job-creating business investment into the United States and raise awareness of the critical role that economic development plays in the U.S. economy.
As chair of the Federal Interagency Investment Working Group (IIWG), SelectUSA works with more than 20 federal agencies and bureaus to increase coordination and provide guidance and information to respond to specific and broad-reaching issues that affect business investment decisions. Through its ombudsman services, SelectUSA collaborates with IIWG agency partners to help address investor questions and concerns relating to a wide range of federal regulatory issues.
SelectUSA assists U.S. economic development organizations to compete globally for investment by providing information, a platform for international marketing, and high-level advocacy. SelectUSA also helps companies of all sizes find the information they need to make decisions, connect to the right people at the local level, and navigate the federal regulatory system.HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=316Thu, 23 May 2019 04:00:00 GMTThe Bristol Chamber is proud of our longstanding, valuable partnership with Bristol Health.WHAT:
ConnectiCare will host Hartford Yard Goat fans of all ages at their annual Fan Fest on June 8th. Attendees will be able to meet some of the Hartford Yard Goat team players and mascot, and play with adorable mini goats. The event will provide great photo opportunities for attendees.
WHERE:
ConnectiCare Center
1487 Pleasant Valley Road
Manchester, CT 06042
WHEN:
Saturday, June 8, 2019
10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
WHO:
Hartford Yard Goats team players and mascot
Circle K Kennel and Farm mini goats
ConnectiCare representatives
OF NOTE:
• The event will also include games, snacks and free prize drawings
• This event is free and open to the public, rain or shine
• The first 50 fans to arrive will receive a drawstring bag
Contact:
Kasara Newton, Gaffney Bennett Public Relations, knewton@gbpr.com or 860-229-0301
HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=315Mon, 20 May 2019 04:00:00 GMTThe rise of stop loss with businesses of all sizesSelf-funded health insurance coupled with an Administrative Services Only (ASO) arrangement can offer employers premium savings, flexibility in plan design and enhanced cash flow. But with all of this comes financial risk — that’s where stop loss insurance comes in.
Stop loss insurance covers unexpected or catastrophic healthcare costs that involve one or more employees and is increasing in popularity. This is partially due to the rise in catastrophic claims of $1 million+. And, claims attributed to high cost injectable treatments for cancers and blood diseases are a leading factor.
Stop loss insurance has caught the attention of small and mid-size businesses as well – businesses who were once not open to exposing themselves to the risk often associated with self-funded medical plans. In 2018, small businesses with self-funded health plans reached 15 percent.
Part of stop loss’s growing popularity is connected to the stop loss market’s stability and increase of premium earnings, which offers payers a new opportunity to save.
Employers can tailor the coverage they want by choosing the type of stop loss insurance that works best for them depending on the size of their company and the health, age and needs of their employees.
With stop loss coverage in place, employers can alleviate the risk of high cost claims associated with the top, most expensive conditions, including cancer, blood disorders and chronic diseases.
While it might sound like the perfect solution for self-funding, there are other cost containment strategies to consider beyond stop loss. That’s where the ASO arrangement comes in. It’s important that employers choose an administrator (often a health insurance company) that offers clinical and pharmacy management. And, one that stays on top of market and industry trends with an eye on new treatments and medicines that might help reduce costs.
Interested in learning more about a self-funded ASO arrangement with stop loss? We can help.
Contact: Kasara Newton on behalf of ConnectiCare – knewton@gbpr.com or (860) 229-0301
HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=314Tue, 14 May 2019 04:00:00 GMTREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Janitorial Cleaning Services Bristol Housing AuthorityProposals for Common Area Janitorial Cleaning Services at Cambridge Park Office, Gaylord Towers, and J.F. Kennedy Apartments will be received by the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol until Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. at its administrative offices, 164 Jerome Avenue, Bristol, CT. Bid envelopes must be sealed and clearly marked, “RFP for Janitorial Cleaning Services.”
The Housing Authority is exempt from all Federal, State and Municipal taxes.
The Housing Authority of the City of Bristol reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities when such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the Authority. The Housing Authority of the City of Bristol reserves the sole right to select the firms it considers providers for the project.
Specifications are on file and can be obtained at the Bristol Housing Authority, 164 Jerome Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010 during normal business hours. For electronic documents or questions, please contact Carl Johnson, Director of Capital Funds, at cjohnson@bristolhousing.org.
No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days subsequent to the opening of bids without the consent of the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol.
"AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MBE’s, WBE's, SBE's AND SECTION 3 DESIGNATED ENTERPRISES ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT"
HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=313Wed, 01 May 2019 04:00:00 GMTREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Meal Services Provision DJ Komanetsky Estates, BristolProposals for the provision of one daily noon meal at the DIMITRY J. KOMANETSKY ESTATES, Congregate Housing for the Elderly, will be received by the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol until Friday, May 31, 2019 at 4:00pm EST at its administrative offices, 164 Jerome Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010.
The Housing Authority is exempt from all Federal, State and Municipal taxes.
The Housing Authority of the City of Bristol reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities when such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the Authority. The Housing Authority of the City of Bristol reserves the sole right to select the firms it considers providers for the project.
Specifications are on file and can be obtained at the Bristol Housing Authority, 164 Jerome Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010 and Dimitry J. Komanetsky Estates, 81 Grove Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010 during normal business hours. Electronic documents and any questions can be answered by contacting Carl Johnson, Director of Capital Funds at cjohnson@bristolhousing.org.
No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days subsequent to the opening of bids without the consent of the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol.
"AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MBE’s, WBE's, SBE's AND SECTION 3 DESIGNATED ENTERPRISES ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT"HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=311Mon, 29 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMTREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Janitorial Cleaning Services Bristol Housing AuthorityProposals for Common Area Janitorial Cleaning Services at Cambridge Park Office, Gaylord Towers, and J.F. Kennedy Apartments will be received by the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol until Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. at its administrative offices, 164 Jerome Avenue, Bristol, CT. Bid envelopes must be sealed and clearly marked, “RFP for Janitorial Cleaning Services.”
The Housing Authority is exempt from all Federal, State and Municipal taxes.
The Housing Authority of the City of Bristol reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities when such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the Authority. The Housing Authority of the City of Bristol reserves the sole right to select the firms it considers providers for the project.
Specifications are on file and can be obtained at the Bristol Housing Authority, 164 Jerome Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010 during normal business hours. For electronic documents or questions, please contact Carl Johnson, Director of Capital Funds, at cjohnson@bristolhousing.org.
No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days subsequent to the opening of bids without the consent of the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol.
"AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MBE’s, WBE's, SBE's AND SECTION 3 DESIGNATED ENTERPRISES ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT"HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=310Mon, 29 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMTREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Apartment Cleaning Services Bristol Housing AuthorityProposals for Apartment Cleaning Services at Cambridge Park, West St., Union St., Bonnie Acres, J.F. Kennedy Apartments, Gaylord Towers, Zbikowski Park, and Mtn. Laurel Manor will be received by the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol until Thursday, May 30, 2019 by 4:00 p.m. at its administrative offices, 164 Jerome Avenue, Bristol, CT. Bid envelopes must be sealed and clearly marked, “RFP for Apartment Cleaning Services.”
The Housing Authority is exempt from all Federal, State and Municipal taxes.
The Housing Authority of the City of Bristol reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities when such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the Authority. The Housing Authority of the City of Bristol reserves the sole right to select the firms it considers providers for the project.
Specifications are on file and can be obtained at the Bristol Housing Authority, 164 Jerome Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010 during normal business hours. For electronic documents or questions, please contact Carl Johnson, Director of Capital Funds, at cjohnson@bristolhousing.org.
No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days subsequent to the opening of bids without the consent of the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol.
"AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MBE’s, WBE's, SBE's AND SECTION 3 DESIGNATED ENTERPRISES ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT"HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=312Mon, 29 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMTCentral CT Chambers Partners with PRx Discount Drug PlanThe Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce is proud to partner with the PRx Discount Prescription Drug Plan to offer this program to its membership. Chamber members are asked to contact the office at (860) 584-4718 or email info@centralctchambers.org to reserve membership cards for their employees and schedule a date and time to pick them up.
A Discount Prescription Drug Plan enables those who are uninsured, underinsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover all prescription medications to obtain significant savings on their prescription medications. The discount is automatically taken off the cash price of the prescription drug at point of sale. The PRx Discount Prescription Drug Plan is free to Chamber members, including pets and doesn’t require any contracts, subscriptions or enrollments.
These discount cards contain special electronic instructions that are entered into the pharmacy's point of sale system. When the card information is entered, the price of the prescription is discounted based on the pharmacy's agreement with
the plan.
Along with a convenient mail order service, the PRx Discount Prescription Drug Plan can be used at over 63,000 pharmacies nationwide and adding more daily. With our easy to use online pharmacy locator & Drug Pricing tool, you can
compare the drug price and savings amount on one screen. This tool is also available on our iPhone/android compatible app.
For more information please visit www.centralctchambers.org/discount-prescription-drug-plan.html.
HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=307Mon, 15 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMTBristol Chamber of Commerce Announces Annual Awards WinnersThe Bristol Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the local individuals and businesses to be honored at this year’s 130th Annual Awards Dinner. This event is a chance for the Chamber to honor those who have made a difference in the community and contributed to the Chamber’s mission of economic growth, legislative advocacy, and business development.
This year the Chamber will honor the following award winners: Outstanding Community Service Award to the Bristol Housing Authority, Special Recognition to the Main Street Community Foundation, Volunteer of the Year Award to Wanita Parent, Spirit of Bristol Award to the Quota Club, Distinguished Business of the Year Award to Thomaston Savings Bank, and the E. Bartlett Barnes Distinguished Service Award to Kurt Barwis. New in 2019, the Chamber is proud to introduce a new award category, Outstanding Youth Community Service which will go to the Bristol Central High School InterAct Club.
Cindy Bombard, President & CEO of the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce stated, “We are excited to honor all of these deserving businesses and individuals who work so hard throughout the year to support the Bristol Community and the Chamber. They are what makes Bristol All Heart.”
The Bristol Chamber of Commerce 130th Annual Awards Dinner will be held Wednesday, June 5th at the Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville. Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the program at 6:45 p.m. Cost is $70 per person. A variety of sponsorships are available. The evening will also feature a silent auction.
Thank you to event sponsors: ESPN, Thomaston Savings Bank, Webster Bank, Barnes Group, Bristol Hospital, D’Amato Construction, People’s United Bank, Bristol Development Authority, Covanta, The Ultimate Companies, and Connecticare.
If you plan to attend or would like more information, contact the Chamber at (860) 584-4718, Info@CentralCTChambers.org or register online at www.CentralCTChambers.org.
HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=302Wed, 20 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMTBristol Chamber Announces Annual Award WinnersBristol, Conn, March 7, 2019 – The Bristol Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the local individuals and businesses to be honored at this year’s 130th Annual Awards Dinner. This event is a chance for the Chamber to honor those who have made a difference in the community and contributed to the Chamber’s mission of economic growth, legislative advocacy, and business development.
This year the Chamber will honor the following award winners: Outstanding Community Service Award to the Bristol Housing Authority, Special Recognition to the Main Street Community Foundation, Volunteer of the Year Award to Wanita Parent, Spirit of Bristol Award to the Quota Club, Distinguished Business of the Year Award to Thomaston Savings Bank, and the E. Bartlett Barnes Distinguished Service Award to Kurt Barwis. New in 2019, the Chamber is proud to introduce a new award category, Outstanding Youth Community Service which will go to the Bristol Central High School InterAct Club.
Cindy Bombard, President & CEO of the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce stated, “We are excited to honor all of these deserving businesses and individuals who work so hard throughout the year to support the Bristol Community and the Chamber. They are what makes Bristol All Heart.”
The Bristol Chamber of Commerce 130th Annual Awards Dinner will be held Wednesday, June 5th at the Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville. Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the program at 6:45 p.m. Cost is $70 per person. A variety of sponsorships are available. The evening will also feature a silent auction.
Thank you to event sponsors: ESPN, Thomaston Savings Bank, Webster Bank, Barnes Group, Bristol Hospital, D’Amato Construction, People’s United Bank, Bristol Development Authority, Covanta, The Ultimate Companies, and Connecticare.
If you plan to attend or would like more information, contact the Chamber at (860) 584-4718, Info@CentralCTChambers.org or register online at www.CentralCTChambers.org.
HTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=299Fri, 08 Mar 2019 05:00:00 GMTPart time employment options available to our Bristol High School Students, as well as, internship and job shadowing opportunitiesDear Dedicated Professionals,
The purpose for this notice is to connect with our city's local businesses in hopes to provide job, shadow and internship opportunities for our local high school students. I have many students at any given time that are actively looking for employment while they are still attending high school. Many students are seniors attempting save up for college, while other students are looking to find opportunities to assist with expenses that they are currently experiencing. Other opportunities, such as job shadows and internships for our upper classman, are of great interest within our student population.
My hope is to form a connection with businesses and organizations in order to provide our students with the best possible exposure to careers and life outside of high school. If you wish to speak with me further with regards of your intentions, whether it be current or future job opportunities, shadowing or internship opportunities, please contact me at 860-584-7876, ext. 621727 or by email kelleylongo@ci.bristol.ct.us
I thank you in advance to taking the time and considering this opportunity and partnership.
Sincerely,
Kelley Longo
School Guidance Counselor, Department Chair
Bristol Eastern High SchoolHTTPS://WEB.CENTRALCTCHAMBERS.ORG/CWT/EXTERNAL/WCPAGES/WCNEWS/NEWSARTICLEDISPLAY.ASPX?ArticleID=291Mon, 07 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT